Things to do in South Jersey
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The Boardwalk
Atlantic City's famous Boardwalk was the first in the world, built in 1870 by local business owners who wanted to cut down on sand being tracked into hotel lobbies by guests returning from the beach. Alexander Boardman came up with the idea, and the long stretch of planks became known as Boardman's Walk - later shortened to 'Boardwalk'.
The Boardwalk is still the lifeline of the city and the path that leads to all doors. It runs along an 8mi (13km) stretch of beach where visitors sunbathe, picnic and swim.
If you're interested in losing some serious currency or just want to check out the grand gambling halls, there are several along the the Boardwalk. Showboat Casino Hote…
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Lucy the Margate Elephant
Lucy the Margate Elephant, a 65ft-high wooden pachyderm constructed in 1881 as a developer's truly weird scheme to attract land buyers to the area. It was variously used as a hotel, beach cottage, private mansion and last, a tavern, but rowdy patrons almost destroyed her. Now recognized on the National Register of Historic Places, Lucy is open for tours during summer, starting every half-hour, weather permitting.
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Ventura’s Greenhouse Restaurant
Ventura's Greenhouse Grill, found down the shore from Atlantic City in Margate City, is a great spot to lounge around when the sun is out. They do great pizza, pasta and a cheese steak that will strain your belt. The terrace area contains a 'raw' bar, not the haunt of lurking naturists but rather fresh seafood on ice. Grab some oysters and a beer then relax.
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Trump Taj Mahal
Like a breathless schoolboy, the Trump Taj Mahal loves to tell visitors how much of everything it has. Seven stone elephants! 70 minarets! Four and a half times more steel than the Eiffel Tower! A 30m (100ft) long lobby desk! Go see it all, but be prepared for it to keep trying, room after room, to be the biggest and bestest ever in the whole world.
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Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum
Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Atlantic City is housed in a 'crazy' building that looks as if it's being demolished by a wrecking ball. That ought to excite the kids, as should the exhibits of shrunken heads. The exhibits are changed from time to time, but if you're lucky the roulette table made from jellybeans will still be on display.
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Steel Pier
This amusement pier, directly in front of the Taj Mahal casino, is a part of Donald Trump's empire and was the site of the famous high-diving horse that plunged into the Atlantic before crowds of spectators. Today it's a collection of amusement rides, games of chance, candy stands and 'the biggest Go-Kart track in South Jersey!'.
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Comedy Stop
This is Atlantic City's most popular comedy club and the perfect place to laugh off those gambling losses. After the show's over, you can check out the Tropicana Hotel & Casino, close to where the club is housed - it's one of the biggest places in town, with 1020 hotel rooms and its own indoor theme park, Tivoli Pier.
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Angelo's Fairmount Tavern
Angelo's is the sort of family-run Italian restaurant that New Jersey does so well. Its many rooms hum with the sounds of locals slurping down traditional fare such as linguini with clam sauce and chicken cacciatore, plus local treats like shrimp jammers and mozzarella sticks. Bring your appetite and some friends.
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Atlantic City Convention Hall
Built in 1929 and recently refurbished as part of a multi-million dollar project, this magnificent hall is, among other things, the former site of the Miss America Pageant. Take a look at the superb interior of the main hall, and the 33,112-pipe organ, which is the largest of its kind in the world.
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Absecon Lighthouse
The Absecon Lighthouse dates from 1857 and, at 171ft high, ranks as the tallest in New Jersey and the third tallest in the country. It’s been restored to its original specifications (including the Frensel lens) and you can climb the 228 steps to the top for phenomenal views.
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Mexico Lindo
For a relaxed, casual atmosphere and solid, honest, home-style Mexican food, head to Mexico Lindo, a couple of blocks inland from the beach. It's a favourite with the Mexican community living in Atlantic City, which is a good sign.
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Caesars
Head to Caesars for the best all-you-can-eat buffets ($19 to $24). Good (and more affordable) food can be found in the 'real' part of downtown, too.
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Atlantic City Historical Museum
Drop in on the informative Atlantic City Historical Museum, run by a quirky old-timer and providing a quirky look at AC's past..
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Water Club & Spa
The 43-story chic boutique- style Water Club & Spa are welcome additions to the uninspired standard casino accommodations.
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House of Blues
The venerable House of Blues is home to various bars, a restaurant and a plush music hall with well-known headliners.
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Hannah G’s
Hannah G's is a family-owned, excellent breakfast and lunch spot in nearby Ventnor.
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Pier at Caesars
Pier at Caesars is a spiffy new shopping mall jutting out into the Atlantic.
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Knife and Fork Inn
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